Chad Alan Rode, 35, of Marion, ND, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence Saturday, November 10, 2018.

Chad Alan Rode was born March 2, 1983, in Jamestown, ND, the son of Ronald Rode and Gayle McClean. He grew up in the Montpelier and Ypsilanti areas, attending Montpelier High School and attaining his GED. Chad worked for various farmers and friends in the area. He found joy in horses, deer hunting, farming, cattle, and rodeos. Chad had many friends wherever he went.

Chad is survived by his children, Jacob, Jena, and Qwint; mother, Gayle (Mike) Rodin and father, Ronald (Tracy) Rode, all of Marion; sister, Crystal (Tim) Lytle, Ypsilanti; grandmother, Rose McClean, Jamestown; six step-siblings; step grandparents, Lyle & Dorothy Rodin; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, George McClean and Herb Rode; uncle, Glen McClean; great-uncle, Robert Rode; and cousin, Nathan Rode.

Celebration of Life: 2:00p.m., Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Marion Community Hall, Marion, ND.

Interment: Adrian Cemetery, Adrian, ND.

Arrangements through Eddy Funeral Home.